DIY Body Oil for Dry Skin

When I moved to the West Coast, I realized that the climate here is a lot drier than my skin is used to. As a result, I am constantly dry brushing or re-applying lotion to maintain moisturized skin. Who even has the time for that?! So, instead of choosing between ashy knees and time consuming care, I decided to take matters into my own hands. Below is my easy recipe for a DIY body oil that is infused with essential oils and herbs, it is guaranteed to keep your skin soft, glowing, and smelling great all day long.

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Ingredients

• 16 oz. glass jar or bottle (sterilized)
• 2 cups of cold pressed base oil (sweet almond or grapeseed) – I usually add a couple of drops of jojoba oil as well
• 10 drops of sandalwood essential oil
• 5 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil
• 1/4 cup dried rose petals – you can also choose to use dried chamomile flowers

Instructions

1. Place the dried herbs into a medium-sized glass bowl, then pour in the sweet almond oil.
2. Set the bowl on top of a saucepan that is filled halfway with water to create a double boiler.
3. Over medium heat, allow the oil to infuse with the herbs for 1 hour. Refill the water in the saucepan as needed, and keep an eye on the oil mixture to make sure it doesn’t get too hot (it should never simmer).
4. Once the oil has infused, carefully remove the glass bowl from the heat and allow to cool. 
5. Using a cheesecloth, strain the herbs from your oil. You may need to repeat this step 2-3 times to get all of the herbs out.
6. Pour your infused body oil into a glass bottle/ or jar. 
7. The final step is to add your essential oils + any other oils you prefer like jojoba or rosehip.

To Use

1. Spray or pour the oil directly onto the desired area 
2. Using a circular motion, massage gently into skin
3. Allow to dry for a few minutes before putting clothes on

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